* WHAT’S AFLOAT is published periodically. If...

* WHAT’S AFLOAT is published periodically. If you are planning a

nautical event, submit the information to the Daily Pilot, 1375

Sunflower Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92627; by fax to (949) 646-4170; or by

e-mail to lindsay.sandham@latimes.com.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Enjoy fine dining, award-winning service and dazzling views while

cruising the calm waters of Newport Harbor. Hornblower Cruises &

Events is featuring an Easter Champagne Brunch Cruise on Sunday March

27. The two-hour cruise features a lavish brunch including some

classic favorites such as huevos rancheros, French toast, an assorted

array of rich desserts and free-flowing champagne. Boarding begins at

11:30 a.m. and sails from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Cost is $48.95 per

person. Reservations are required. Information: (949) 631-2469, (800)

ONTHEBAY and www.hornblower.com.

SAILING CLASSES

An Outboard Maintenance workshop will be offered by Orange Coast

College’s School of Sailing and Seamanship. It will be held April 2

from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at OCC’s Sailing Center, 1801 W. Coast Highway,

Newport Beach. Registration is $35 for singles and $65 for couples.

Information: (949) 645-9412.

A Beginning Sailing class will be offered by Orange Coast

College’s School of Sailing and Seamanship. These classes are geared

for people who have never sailed before or have very limited sailing

experience. Class meets Fridays April 8 through the 29 from 1 p.m. to

5 p.m. at OCC’s Sailing Center, 1801 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach.

Registration is $109. Information: (949) 645-9412.

A Catalina Cruise aboard Lucinda Mae is being offered by Orange

Coast College’s School of Sailing and Seamanship. The weekend

bareboat cruising excursion is designed for sailors with at least

intermediate-level skills. Fee for the weekend is $330. Information:

(949) 645-9412